1. to gather fabric into parallel rows of stitching, creating a decorative elastic effect
Usage: sewing
2. to bake eggs in a shallow dish with butter or cream
Usage: cooking

Examples

• She learned to shirr the fabric at the waistline of the dress.
• The seamstress shirred the sleeves to create a puffy effect.
• Shirred elastic waistbands are comfortable and stretchy.
• The chef will shirr the eggs in individual ramekins.
• Shirred eggs are a classic brunch dish served with toast.
• The curtains were shirred at the top for a gathered look.